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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garstka, Surgical Oncologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Meghan Garstka, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Garstka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garstka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garstka’s office at (617) 726-8290.
What languages does Dr. Garstka speak?
Dr. Garstka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Garstka typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Garstka diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Garstka. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Garstka typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Garstka performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Garstka. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance
Does Dr. Garstka accept my insurance?
Dr. Garstka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-8290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garstka accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Garstka in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Riverside Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garstka's office located?
Dr. Meghan Garstka's Primary Practice
419 W Redwood St Fl 3
Baltimore, MD 21201
(617) 726-8290
What is Dr. Garstka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garstka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154764421.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garstka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garstka
What is Dr. Meghan Garstka's specialty?
Dr. Garstka is a Surgical Oncologist near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Meghan Garstka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garstka is affiliated with Um Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air, Ummc Midtown Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Meghan Garstka accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Meghan Garstka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meghan Garstka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garstka's office at (617) 726-8290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meghan Garstka?
Please contact Dr. Garstka's office at (617) 726-8290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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